President Peres held a diplomatic-security working meeting with US Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.

Amb. Oren in an Op-ed written for CNN: "Our experience in Israel has taught us that communities and caregivers, police and security forces, elected leaders and volunteers can unite at such ...

"For us, on this, our most joyous moment, celebrating our independence is inextricably linked with our love and admiration for America."

​On Tuesday April 16, The Embassy of Israel hosted its annual Independence Day Celebration, in honor of Israel's 65 years of Independence.

Today, the entire people and I salute the courage of our finest sons and daughters, who are worthy of glory for all eternity.